A cruise ship on the River Orwell drew masses of visitors to queue for tours of Ipswich.
The Hanseatic Spirit, a rare sight on the river, docked at Cliff Quay on Saturday, drawing crowds.
The vessel, operated by German company Hapag-Lloyd Cruises, offers a capacity of up to 230 passengers, with three open-seating restaurants, a spa, and extendable glass balconies.
It was on a 14-day journey from Reykjavik, Iceland, to Hamburg, Germany, with stops at various locations, including Orkney, Edinburgh, the Farne Islands, Ipswich, and London.
The ship's visit to Ipswich was a particular highlight, as large cruise ships rarely travel this far up the River Orwell.
Residents gathered along the waterfront to witness the spectacle, with many stopping to photograph the ship as it passed under the Orwell Bridge.
The Hanseatic Spirit arrived in Ipswich at around 11.20am and remained in port until 6.10pm.
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During this time, Ipswich Tourist Guides arranged tours of the waterfront and town centre for the mostly German passengers.
The visitors also had free time to explore Christchurch Mansion and Park, as well as other local attractions.
The ship's visit coincided with the second Ipswich Book Festival, adding to the town's vibrant cultural scene.
The event was a success for many local organisations and volunteers.
The Ipswich Maritime Trust used the visit to highlight the town's long maritime history and its connections with the Hanseatic League, a powerful medieval trading network that linked ports across northern Europe.
A spokesman for the trust also thanked Associated British Ports (ABP) for helping to facilitate the presentation.
The family-run Orwell River Cruises operates regular public trips from Ipswich Waterfront on the Orwell Lady.
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